Laboratory Services Cooperative Data Breach

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Laboratory Services Cooperative Data Breach Impacts 1.6 Million Patients and Employees

Laboratory Services Cooperative (LSC), a Seattle-based non-profit medical testing provider, has announced a massive data breach affecting approximately 1.6 million individuals. The breach, discovered on October 27, 2024, involved unauthorized access to LSC’s internal systems and the exfiltration of sensitive personal, medical, and financial information belonging to both patients and employees.

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What Happened?

LSC reported that a cyberattack allowed a threat actor to infiltrate its network and extract files containing confidential data. The breach impacted individuals who received lab services through LSC, including patients from select Planned Parenthood centers. The organization emphasized that not all Planned Parenthood locations were affected—only those that used LSC for lab services.

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What Information Was Compromised?

The breadth of exposed information is extensive and includes:

Personal Information:

• Full names
• Addresses
• Phone numbers
• Email addresses
• Dates of birth
• Social Security numbers
• Driver’s license numbers
• Passport or government-issued ID numbers
• Demographic information

Health Information:

• Health insurance provider and plan details
• Group or member ID numbers
• Diagnosis and treatment information
• Dates and locations of care
• Medical record numbers
• Lab test results
• Other clinical data

Financial and Billing Information:

• Bank account numbers
• Credit or debit card data
• Billing records and payment history
• Balance information
• Claim numbers

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Employee and Dependent Data:

• Information on LSC employees and their beneficiaries or dependents

The sensitivity of this data makes those affected particularly vulnerable to identity theft, financial fraud, and medical identity misuse.

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LSC's Response

LSC has notified individuals impacted by the breach and is coordinating with affected organizations to provide updates. While the organization has not disclosed all of the mitigation efforts taken, affected individuals are urged to remain vigilant and monitor their accounts and credit reports closely.

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What Should You Do if You Were Affected By The Data Breach?

If you received a data breach notification from LSC or received lab services from an affected Planned Parenthood location, take the following steps immediately:

1. Review your credit reports and monitor financial statements.
2. Place a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file.
3. Watch for unauthorized medical activity or unfamiliar billing records.
4. Consider enrolling in identity theft protection services, if offered.

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Legal Rights and Compensation

If your personal, medical, or financial information was compromised in this breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Victims of healthcare-related data breaches may recover damages for:

• Out-of-pocket costs for credit monitoring or identity restoration
• Financial losses due to fraud or unauthorized charges
• Time spent resolving the breach
• Emotional distress or loss of privacy
• Future costs stemming from long-term identity theft risks

At Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., we represent victims of large-scale data breaches and fight to hold negligent organizations accountable. We are actively investigating claims related to the LSC breach and are here to help you understand your legal options.

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Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation

If you believe your data was compromised in the Laboratory Services Cooperative breach, don’t wait to take action. Our legal team is here to guide you through the process and pursue the compensation you deserve.

Call us at (205) 322-8880 or schedule a free consultation today. There are no fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Let Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. help you take the first step toward protecting your future.

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Links

[1] https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/8fbcedd6-38e9-44aa-aa9a-9f815d97babe.html